TM-9-2320-434-10

TRUCK, LOAD HANDLING SYSTEM (LHS), 8X8, M1120

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR'S MANUAL

JUNE 2009

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OPERATION - Continued

WARNING

Prior to and during any load or unload cycle, all personnel should stay

clear of LHS, flatrack, front lift adapter, and container. Failure to comply

may result in injury or death to personnel.

WARNING

Check ground conditions for firmness and extreme sideways inclination

prior to picking up or off-loading a flatrack or container. Any ground

instability beneath road wheels may result in injury or death to personnel.

WARNING

Check for overhead power lines or other obstructions prior to attempting

LHS operation. LHS reaches a height of 22 ft. 2 in. (6.7 m). Failure to

comply may result in injury or death to personnel.

5.

Set PTO ENGAGE switch (5) to ON position. Indicator light (6) will illuminate.

CAUTION

Engine speed must be at idle before using hydraulic selector switch, or

damage to equipment may result.

6.

Turn hydraulic selector switch (7) to MAN H.A.

CAUTION

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To avoid equipment damage, visually check that hook arm cylinders

have completed full extension.

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To avoid equipment damage, ensure that hook arm cylinders do not

complete full extension while operating at engine speeds above idle.

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